Man Armed With Machete Holds Family Hostage In Irvine: Police
Residents warned to stay away as police negotiate with suspect in active standoff
Wienerschnitzel Brings Iconic Corn Dogs to H-E-B Stores in Texas
IRS Can Reverse "Currently Not Collectible" Status, Experts Warn
Crime
SUV Crashes Into Closed Lanes on 405 Freeway, Killing Passenger
Suspected DUI driver arrested after incident in Irvine, California

Three Arrested in Suspected Burglary Ring Targeting Upscale Irvine, Newport Beach Neighborhoods
Irvine and Newport Beach police say the trio was part of a transnational burglary crew that was disrupted before any homes were broken into.
3 Men Arrested in String of Orange County Burglaries
Suspects allegedly part of transnational organized theft ring targeting Newport Beach homes
Lifestyle
Children's Book 'Maya Goes on a Road Trip' Celebrates Family Adventure
New book follows an Indian-American girl's first road trip, teaching kids about curiosity, resilience, and the joy of family time.

Orange County Landfill Cited for Foul Odors Affecting Irvine Residents
Regulators issue multiple violation notices to the Frank Bowerman Landfill over persistent garbage-like smells
Newport Beach Historical Society to Screen 'The Story of Irvine' Documentary
The film explores the history and transformation of Irvine Ranch over 150 years.
Sports
USC's Wesley Smith Named MPSF Defensive Player of the Week
Redshirt sophomore middle blocker earns second career weekly honor

UC Irvine beats CSU Bakersfield 78-62
Anteaters defeat Roadrunners in college basketball matchup
Oregon Adds Transfer Defensive Tackle from Howard University
Derrick Brown Jr. joins the Ducks with two seasons of eligibility remaining.
Health
Hideout Fitness Publishes January 2026 Guide Series on Fitness Success, Prenatal Training, GLP-1 Exercise, and More
Private Orange County gym releases four articles about common fitness barriers: motivation, delivery preparation, weight loss medication, and movement patterns

PharmaResearch Receives FDA Clearance for Phase 1 Trial of Nano Anticancer Drug
The new drug candidate, PRD-101, utilizes the company's proprietary DNA optimizing technology.
Brain Estrogen Linked to Women's Stress Memory Risks
New study from UC Irvine suggests high estrogen levels can amplify lasting memory problems from acute stress exposure.
Politics
FBI Foils Bomb Plot by Pro-Palestinian Group in California
Turtle Island Liberation Front planned attacks on New Year's Eve, highlighting concerns over anti-American ideology in schools

Authorities Foil Bomb Plot by Pro-Palestinian Group
Turtle Island Liberation Front planned attacks in Southern California on New Year's Eve
Seniors for Peace to discuss dangers of Christian nationalism
Orange County chapter president of Americans United for Separation of Church and State to speak at Seniors for Peace meeting